District Sales Manager

The Guitar Center Company • East Hartford, CT

17d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Remote

About The Position

The District Sales Manager is responsible for delivering a fantastic experience
for customers and associates while achieving the financial results. A District
Manager sets out to inspire and develop the future leaders of the organization
while setting clear expectations. To be successful in this role, they will need
to create a productive working atmosphere in our stores.

This position services 12 stores throughout CT & MA. This is a remote
position.

Music & Arts embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our
teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to create lifelong
musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and
non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes
from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging
with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion.

The first Music & Arts was located in a small house in Bethesda, MD and run by
founder Benjamin O'Brien. When Music & Arts opened its doors in 1952, we offered
printed music, music lessons, dance lessons, and art supplies. Ben decided
shortly after opening his business that he wanted to focus on music to better
serve his customers -- a decision that remains intact to this day.

Since the 1990's, Music & Arts has expanded nationwide through organic growth
and a series of acquisitions and mergers with other music dealers. In 2005,
Music & Arts joined forces with American Music to become the largest band and
orchestra instrument retailer in the United States. Based in Frederick, MD,
Music & Arts is now part of the Guitar Center enterprise and comprises 225+
retail stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, or equivalent experience
• Valid state driver's license and automotive insurance.
• 7 years of relevant work experience with in-depth knowledge of retail business processes
• 3 years of experience leading teams
• Skilled proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• 5+ years' experience in retail store management

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate activities involving sales and services while focusing on delivering an exceptional customer experience
• Support and lead retail stores to execute high level of merchandising standards
• Monitor reports to forecast sales, margin and expenses; develop effective ways to fill gaps in performance.
• Recruit, interview, select, hire, and promote associates
• Provide guidance and direction and coaching to associates to help improve, including setting performance standards, monitoring performance, and conducting performance evaluations
• Oversee and develop district, managers, and associates while creating a highly collaborative environment built on passion, respect, and integrity
• Handle complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others
• Perform other related duties as required

Benefits

• Pay Rate: $70,000 - $85,000 annually plus bonus depending on location, background, and experience.
• This position also includes a company vehicle.
• For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave--take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour!
• Music & Arts offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.
• The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors. The pay range(s) listed are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees